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Product Features
Product Overview
The DSC SCW-BATTERY is a rechargeable battery designed specifically for DSC security systems, providing reliable backup power to maintain system operation during power interruptions. With a 1500 mAh capacity and 7.2 V DC output, this battery delivers consistent performance to keep your security infrastructure functional and ready.
Constructed with Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) chemistry, this battery offers environmental advantages over disposable alternatives while maintaining the power requirements needed for security applications. The rechargeable design ensures long-term usability and cost-effectiveness for business and residential security installations.
This section brings together practical product details such as Application/Usage, Battery Rechargeable, Battery Chemistry, Compatibility, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
Technical Overview
This battery operates at 7.2 volts DC with a 1500 milliamp-hour capacity, providing sufficient energy storage for typical security system demands. The NiMH chemistry supports multiple recharge cycles while maintaining stable voltage output throughout the discharge cycle.
Designed as a direct replacement component, the SCW-BATTERY integrates seamlessly with compatible DSC security panels without requiring system modifications or additional adapters.
This section brings together practical product details such as Application/Usage, Battery Rechargeable, Battery Chemistry, Compatibility, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
A strong technical summary explains how the product's interfaces, hardware profile, and operating characteristics work together in real deployment. Buyers often need this context to confirm compatibility with existing devices, expected performance in daily use, and whether installation will be straightforward for IT staff or end users.
Key Product Advantages
The DSC SCW-BATTERY provides essential backup power continuity for security systems, ensuring protection remains active during electrical outages. Its rechargeable design reduces long-term costs and environmental impact compared to single-use alternatives.
Environmental Benefits
Nickel Metal Hydride chemistry makes this battery more environmentally friendly than disposable options, with nickel content that facilitates recycling processes.
- Reduces waste from disposable batteries
- Recyclable nickel content
- Longer usable lifespan
System Readiness
Maintains security system functionality during power interruptions, ensuring continuous protection without manual intervention.
- Automatic backup power
- Maintains system operation
- Ready-to-use design
Deployment / Use Cases
This battery is deployed as a backup power source within DSC security system installations, providing critical power continuity for alarm panels, sensors, and communication modules. It serves as both a primary replacement for existing batteries and a maintenance component for system upgrades.
Typical applications include commercial security systems, residential alarm installations, and access control systems where reliable backup power is essential for maintaining security during electrical disruptions. The compatibility with DSC 9045 and 9047 systems makes it suitable for both current installations and legacy equipment support.
This section brings together practical product details such as Application/Usage, Battery Rechargeable, Battery Chemistry, Compatibility, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
Highlights
- Rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) battery chemistry
- 1500 mAh capacity for extended backup power
- 7.2 V DC output voltage matches security system requirements
- Compatible with DSC 9045 and 9047 security systems
- Environmentally friendly with recyclable nickel content
- Reduces waste compared to disposable battery alternatives
- Maintains security system readiness during power interruptions
- Direct replacement design for easy installation
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Johnson Controls |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SCW-BATTERY |
| Brand Name | DSC |
| Product Name | Battery |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Product Type | Battery |
| Battery Information | |
| Application/Usage | Security System |
| Battery Rechargeable | Yes |
| Battery Chemistry | Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) |
| Battery Capacity | 1500 mAh |
| Output Voltage | 7.2 V DC |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | DSC Security Systems: 9045 9047 |
FAQ
What security systems is the DSC SCW-BATTERY compatible with?
The DSC SCW-BATTERY is specifically designed for DSC security systems, with confirmed compatibility for DSC 9045 and 9047 models. It serves as a direct replacement battery for these systems, providing the correct voltage and capacity requirements for proper operation.
What is the battery chemistry of the DSC SCW-BATTERY?
This battery uses Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) chemistry, which offers environmental advantages over traditional disposable batteries. NiMH batteries support multiple recharge cycles, have recyclable nickel content, and provide stable performance for security system applications.
What is the capacity and voltage of this security system battery?
The DSC SCW-BATTERY has a 1500 milliamp-hour (mAh) capacity and delivers 7.2 volts DC output. This combination provides sufficient energy storage and the correct voltage level to power DSC security systems during electrical interruptions or as backup power.
Is the DSC SCW-BATTERY rechargeable?
Yes, this is a rechargeable battery designed for multiple use cycles. The rechargeable NiMH construction allows it to be reused numerous times, reducing long-term costs and environmental impact compared to single-use disposable batteries for security systems.
What are the environmental benefits of this battery?
The Nickel Metal Hydride chemistry makes this battery more environmentally friendly than disposable alternatives. The nickel content facilitates recycling processes, and the rechargeable design reduces waste generation. This results in lower environmental impact over the battery's lifespan.
How does this battery maintain security system readiness?
The DSC SCW-BATTERY provides backup power to keep security systems operational during electrical outages. With 1500 mAh capacity and 7.2 V DC output, it ensures alarm panels, sensors, and communication modules continue functioning, maintaining protection without manual intervention.